G-115 vs L-70 Vinka

Overview

The G-115 and the L-70 Vinka are both Military Training Aircraft, manufactured by Grob and Valmet respectively.

Top speed is 270 km/h for the G-115 vs 240 km/h for the L-70 Vinka. The G-115 has an operational range of 1,150 km vs 860 km for the L-70 Vinka. The L-70 Vinka operates at altitudes up to 5,000 m compared to 3,048 m for the G-115.

The G-115 has been produced in 204 units vs 30 for the L-70 Vinka. The L-70 Vinka first flew 10 years before the G-115 (1975 vs 1985).

German training aircraft, extensively utilized for United Kingdom's Royal Air Force Cadets and military aviation worldwide since the 1980s.
Grob G-115 Training profile drawing
Origin country 🇩🇪 Germany
Category Military Training Aircraft
Manufacturer Grob
First flight 1 November 1985
Year introduced 1999
Number produced 204 units
Average unit price --
Finnish-designed piston-powered military basic trainer aircraft, developed in the 1970s and used for pilot training and liaison roles.
Valmet L-70 Vinka Training profile drawing
Origin country 🇫🇮 Finland
Category Military Training Aircraft
Manufacturer Valmet
First flight 1 July 1975
Year introduced 1980
Number produced 30 units
Average unit price --
Wing area 12.2 m² ◉
Wingspan 10.0 m â—‰
Height 2.4 m â—‰
Length 7.5 m â—‰
Maximum speed 270 km/h â—‰
Operational range 1,150 km â—‰
Service ceiling 3,048 m â—‰
Max. takeoff weight 990 kg â—‰
Empty weight 690 kg â—‰
Total thrust 1 x 134 kW â—‰
Wing area 14.0 m² ◉
Wingspan 9.9 m â—‰
Height 3.3 m â—‰
Length 7.5 m â—‰
Maximum speed 240 km/h â—‰
Operational range 860 km â—‰
Service ceiling 5,000 m â—‰
Max. takeoff weight 1,250 kg â—‰
Empty weight 767 kg â—‰
Total thrust 1 x 149 kW â—‰

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the G-115 or L-70 Vinka?
The G-115 is faster with a maximum speed of 270 km/h compared to the L-70 Vinka's 240 km/h, a difference of 30 km/h.
Which has longer range, the G-115 or L-70 Vinka?
The G-115 has a longer range at 1,150 km compared to the L-70 Vinka's 860 km.
Which can fly higher, the G-115 or L-70 Vinka?
The L-70 Vinka has a higher service ceiling at 5,000 meters (16,404 ft) compared to the G-115's 3,048 meters (10,000 ft).
Which is heavier, the G-115 or L-70 Vinka?
The L-70 Vinka has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 1,250 kg compared to the G-115's 990 kg.
Which is larger, the G-115 or L-70 Vinka?
The G-115 is longer at 7.5 meters compared to the L-70 Vinka's 7.5 meters.
Which entered service first, the G-115 or L-70 Vinka?
The L-70 Vinka entered service first in 1980, 19 years before the G-115 which entered service in 1999.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the G-115 or L-70 Vinka?
The G-115 has been produced in greater numbers with 204 units compared to 30 units of the L-70 Vinka.